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Para Systems, Inc.
1455 Lemay Dr.
Carrollton, TX 75007
Phone: 1-972-446-7363
Fax: 1-972-446-9011
Internet: minutemanups.com
UPS Sizing: sizemyups.com
P/N 34000433 R4
User's Manual
BPRTXL Series
Battery Packs
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© Copyright 2013
1. Introduction 2
2. Controls and Indicators 6
3. Installation 7
4. Operation 14
5. Troubleshooting 15
6. Replacing the Battery 16
7. Obtaining Service 20
8. Specifications 21
9. Limited Product Warranty 22
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS !
Thank you for purchasing this power protection product. It has been designed
and manufactured to provide many years of trouble free service.
Please read this manual before installing your BPRTXL Battery Pack, models
BP24RTXL, BP36RTXL, BP48RTXL, BP72RTXL as it provides important information that should be followed during installation and maintenance of the
Battery Packs and batteries allowing you to correctly set up your system for
the maximum safety and performance. Included is information on customer
support and factory service if it is required. If you experience a problem with
the Battery Packs please refer to the Troubleshooting guide in this manual to
correct the problem or collect enough information so that the Technical Support Department can rapidly assist you.
This symbol indicates "ATTENTION"
This symbol indicates "Risk of Electrical Shock"
This symbol indicates "Alternating Current Supply"
This symbol indicates "Alternating Current Supply Phase"
WARNING: Risk of Electrical Shock. Hazardous live parts inside
these Battery Packs are energized from the battery even when the
AC input is disconnected.
CAUTION! This Battery Pack series is ONLY intended to be in-
stalled in an indoor temperature controlled environment that is free
of conductive contaminants. This Battery Pack series is not for use
in a computer room as defined in the Standard for the Protection of
Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment ANSI/NFPA 75.
Select a location which will provide good air circulation for the Battery Pack and UPS at all times.
CAUTION! Connect the Battery Pack to a two pole, three wire,
grounded AC wall outlet. The outlet must be connected to the appropriate branch protection (circuit breaker or fuse). Connection to
any other type of outlet may result in a shock hazard and violate
local electrical codes. The AC wall outlet shall be inst alled near the
Battery Pack and shall be easily accessible. The plug on the input
power cord on this Battery Pack series is intended to serve as a
disconnect device. Do not use extension cords, adapter plugs, or
surge strips.
CAUTION! T o reduce the risk of electrical shock with the installa-
tion of these Battery Packs, with the UPS equipment and the connected equipment, the user must ensure that the combined sum of
the AC leakage current does not exceed 3.5mA.
This symbol indicates "Direct Current Supply"
This symbol indicates "Equipment Grounding Conductor"
WARNING: These Battery Packs contains potentially hazardous
voltages. Do not attempt to disassemble the Battery Pack beyond
the battery replacement procedure. These Battery Packs contain no
user serviceable parts. Repairs and Battery replacement must be
performed by QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONL Y .
CAUTION! DO NOT USE THE MOUNTING BRACKETS TO
LIFT THE BATTERY PACK. The mounting brackets are ONLY for
securing the Battery Pack to the rack.
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Receiving Inspection
Once you receive the product it should be visually inspected for damage that
may have occurred in shipping. Immediately notify the carrier and place of
purchase if any damage is found. Warranty claims for damage caused by the
carrier will not be honored by the manufacturer. The packing materials that
the product was shipped in were carefully designed to minimize any shipping
damage. In the unlikely case that the product needs to be returned to the
manufacturer, use the original packing material. Since the manufacturer is
not responsible for shipping damage incurred when the product is returned,
the original packing material is inexpensive insurance. PLEASE SAVE THE
PACKING MA TERIALS!
NOTICE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the speci-
fications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules and the Class A limits for
radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference of
the Canadian Department of Communications. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates and uses radio frequency and if not installed
and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, this equipment may cause interference to radio and television reception.
If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Re-orient the receiving antenna.
Relocate the computer with respect to the receiver.
Move the computer away from the receiver.
Plug the computer into a different outlet so that the computer and receiver
are on different branch circuits.
Shielded communications interface cables must be used with this product.
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly ap-
proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
Life Support Policy
As a general policy, we do not recommend the use of any of our product s in life
support applications where failure or malfunction of the product can be reasonably expected to cause failure of the life support device or to significantly affect
its safety or effectiveness. We do not recommend the use of any of our products in direct patient care. We will not knowingly sell our products for use in
such applications unless it receives in writing assurances satisfactory to us
that (a) the risks of injury or damage have been minimized, (b) the customer
assumes all such risks, and (c) our liability is adequately protected under the
circumstances.
Examples of devices considered to be life support devices are neonatal oxygen
analyzers, nerve stimulators (whether used for anesthesia, pain relief, or other
purposes), auto transfusion devices, blood pumps, defibrillators, arrhythmia
detectors and alarms, pacemakers, hemodialysis systems, peritoneal dialysis
systems, neonatal ventilator incubators, ventilators for both adults and infants,
anesthesia ventilators, and infusion pumps as well as any other devices designated as “critical” by the United States FDA.
WARNING: Qualified Service Personnel ONLY must perform
the Installation and Servicing of these Battery Packs. MINUTEMAN
accepts no liabilities and is not limited to: injury to the Service Personnel, or damages to; the Battery Pack, the UPS, or the connected
equipment caused by the incorrect installation or servicing of the
Battery Packs. These Battery Packs MUST be operated with their
respective UPS models, see the table below:
BP36RTXL
UPS
E750RTXL2U
E1000RTXL2U
E1500RTXL2U
E1500RTXLT2U
E750RTXL2Up15
BP BP72RTXL
E2000RTXL2U
E3000RTXL2U
E3000RTXLT2U
E2000RTXL2UL
ED3000RTXL2U
ED3000RTXLT2U
BP24RTXL BP48RTXL
ED1000RTXL2U
ED1000RTXLT2U
ED1500RTXL2U
ED1500RTXLT2U
ED2000RTXL2U
ED2000RTXLT2U
CAUTION! T o de-energize the Battery Pack:
1. If the UPS is on press and release the On/Off/T est button.
2. Disconnect the UPS and the Battery Pack from the wall outlet.
3. Turn off the DC breaker on the rear panel of the Battery Pack.
4. Disconnect the battery cable from the rear panel of the UPS.
5. T o de-energize the Battery Pack completely , disconnect the batteries.
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The Charger Active (green) LED illuminates in a steady state when the Charger is
on. The Charger Active LED will extinguish when there is no acceptable AC present.
The DC Breaker On (green) LED illuminates in a steady state when the DC breaker
is in the On position. The DC Breaker On LED will extinguish when the DC breaker
is in the Off position.
INDICATOR PANEL
REAR PANEL
1. The DC Circuit Breaker connects and disconnects the DC bus voltage from the
Battery Pack to the UPS. The DC Circuit Breaker will trip in the event of a DC over current condition.
2. The External Battery connector is for Daisy Chaining additional Battery Packs.
3. The dipswitch is for setting the input voltage for the Battery Pack's internal charger.
4. The AC Outlet is for connecting the output cable to Daisy Chain additional Battery
Packs.
5. The AC Inlet is for connecting the input power cord to operate the Charger.
6. The Input Breaker will trip in the event that the Internal Charger draws excessive
current.
7. The External Ground Stud is for connecting an external ground wire.
8. The External Battery cable is for connecting the Battery Pack to the UPS or Daisy
Chaining additional Battery Packs.
INSTALLATION PLACEMENT
This Battery Pack series is ONLY intended to be installed in an indoor tem-
perature controlled environment that is free of conductive contaminants. DO
NOT operate the Battery Pack in: extremely dusty and/or unclean areas, locations near heating devices, water or excessive humidity, or where the Battery
Pack is exposed to direct sunlight. Select a location, which will provide good
air circulation for the Battery Pack at all times. Route power cords so they
cannot be walked on or damaged. This Battery Pack series is not for use in a
computer room as defined in the Standard for the Protection of Electronic
Computer/Data Processing Equipment ANSI/NFP A 75. T ypical battery life is 3
to 5 years. Environmental factors do affect battery life. High temperatures,
poor utility power, and frequent, short duration discharges have a negative
impact on battery life.
INSTALLATION
Be sure to read the installation placement and all the cautions before installing
the Battery Pack. Place the Battery Pack in the final desired location and
complete the rest of the installation procedure.
WARNING! These Battery Packs are extremely heavy. Any time
the Battery Pack has to be handled be sure to use, enough personnel, strong supports and equipment to safely handle the Battery Pack.
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating T emperature (max)
Operating/Storage Humidity
Operating Elevation
0 to 40°C (+32 to +104°F)
95% Non-Condensing
0 to 3,000m (0 to +10,000 ft)
Storage Elevation
0 to 15,000m (0 to +50,000 ft)
Storage T emperature
-15 to +45°C (+5 to +113°F)
Audible Noise at 1 m (3 ft.)
<45 dBA
CAUTION! DO NOT USE THE MOUNTING BRACKETS TO LIFT
THE BATTERY PACK. The mounting brackets are ONLY for se-
curing the Battery Pack to the rack.
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RACKMOUNT CONFIGURATION
The Battery Pack comes with mounting brackets for the standard 19" (46.5cm)
rack installed on the Battery Pack. The mounting brackets to fit a 23" (59.2cm)
rack and Rail Kits for 4-post racks and cabinets are also available. The
screws for mounting the Battery Pack to the rack are included.
TOWER CONFIGURA TION
The tower configuration allows the user to install the Battery Pack in the upright position next to the UPS and the tower computer. The tower bracket s are
provided with the Battery Pack. WARNING: Use two or more people when
installing the Battery Pack. Use CAUTION, the Battery Pack is extremely
heavy.
1. The Battery Packs come with the rackmount brackets pre-installed. Remo ve the rackmount brackets when installing in the Tower Configuration.
2. Once the location of the Battery Pack has been determined, place the
tower brackets in the desired location.
WARNING: The Battery Pack must be installed in the proper up-right position. If the Battery Pack is not installed in the proper up-right position the
Batteries will be damaged. Once the Battery Pack is placed in the tower
brackets, looking at the front panel of the Battery Pack the top cover of the
Battery Pack MUST be on your left hand side.
3. Slide the Battery Pack into the tower brackets. Make sure that the Battery
Pack is stable.
4. The LED face plate can be rotated to read in the up-right position. Remove
the front panel from the Battery Pack. On the backside of the front panel,
push the LED face plate outwards the face plate will pop out. Position the
LED face plate so that it reads in the up-right position. Re-install the front
panel on the Battery Pack.
5. The Tower Configuration is complete. See Connecting the Battery Pack.
WALLMOUNT CONFIGURA TION
The wallmount configuration allows the user to mount the Battery Pack on the
wall. There is a wallmount bracket kit available for the Battery Pack. The kit
includes two wall mounting brackets, ten retaining screws, and the wallmount
template. WARNING: Use two or more people when installing the Battery
Pack. Use CAUTION, the Battery Pack is extremely heavy. The Battery
Pack's side panels have mounting bracket screw holes for attaching the wall
mounting brackets.
1. The Battery Packs come with the rackmount brackets pre-installed. Remo ve the rackmount brackets when installing in the Wallmount Configuration.
2. Once the location and position of the Battery Pack has been determined,
lay the Battery Pack down flat.
CAUTION! DO NOT USE THE MOUNTING BRACKETS TO LIFT
THE BATTER Y P ACK. The mounting bracket s are ONLY for secur-
ing the Battery Pack to the rack.
NOTE: The mounting brackets can be mounted in the middle of the Battery
Pack.
1. Remove the Battery Pack from the shipping box.
2. Mount the Battery Pack into the rack and secure with the retaining screws.
WARNING: Use two or more people when installing the Battery Pack. Use
CAUTION, the Battery Pack is extremely heavy. Do not move the rack
after the units have been installed. The rack may become unstable due to
the weight distribution.
3. The Rackmount Configuration is complete. See Connecting the Battery
Pack.
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WALLMOUNT CONFIGURA TION (continued)
WARNING: The Battery Pack must be installed in the proper up-right posi-
tion. If the Battery Pack is not installed in the proper up-right position the
Batteries will be damaged. Once the Battery Pack is placed on the wall,
looking at the front panel of the Battery Pack the top cover of the Battery Pack
MUST be on your left hand side.
3. Align the mounting brackets with the mounting bracket screw holes and
attach with the six retaining screws.
4. Use the template to mark the screw hole position on the wall. CAUTION,
you should always were protective gear for your hands and eyes when
operating power tools.
5. Attach the four retaining screws to the wall and make sure that all of the re taining screws are screwed into structural material. Then clean the area
of any loose material. Do not tighten the retaining screws all the way , leave
approximately 3/8" of the retaining screws sticking out.
6. Position the Battery Pack, so that the mounting bracket keyed holes line up
with the four retaining screws. Slide the Battery Pack down until its resting
securely on the four retaining screws.
7. Tighten the four retaining screws to secure the Battery Pack to the wall.
8. The LED face plate can be rotated to read in the up-right position. Remove
the front panel from the Battery Pack. On the backside of the front panel,
push the LED face plate outwards the face plate will pop out. Position the
LED face plate so that it reads in the up-right position. Re-install the front
panel on the Battery Pack.
9. The Wallmount Configuration is complete. See Connecting the Battery
Pack.
CONNECTING THE BATTER Y PACK
(QUALIFIED SER VICE PERSONNEL ONL Y)
NOTE: If you are using these Battery Packs with the Enterprise Plus LCD
RTXL series or the Endeavor LCD RTXL series UPS, the UPS must be
configured so that the UPS will report the correct estimated runtime on
the LCD screen and in the Power Monitoring software and/or the SNMP
card. See the Power Monitoring software or the SNMP card’s User's
Manual to configure the UPS.
1. Make sure that the DC circuit breaker on the rear panel of the Battery Pack
is in the Off position.
2. Turn the UPS off and disconnect the UPS's input power cord from the AC
wall outlet.
3. Remove the External Battery Connector cover from the UPS's rear panel.
4. Verify , before connecting the Battery Pack's external battery cable into the
UPS's external battery connector, that they mate red to red and black to
black. NOTE: The red connector is the battery positive (+) and the black
connector is the battery negative (-). Connect the external battery cable
from the Battery Pack to the external battery connector on the UPS. NOTE:
If connecting more than one Battery Pack see Daisy Chaining.
5. See Connecting the Battery Pack to an AC Source.
NOTE: The BP72RTXL's External Battery Cable has a strain relief that
must be attached (with the screw) to the rear panel of the UPS.
BP72RTXL's External Battery Cable with strain relief.
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CONNECTING THE BATTERY PACK TO AN AC SOURCE
These Battery Packs can operate with 115VAC or 230V AC input volt age. Before
connecting the Battery Pack to an AC Source, verify that the Battery Pack's dipswitch
is set for the proper input voltage.
1. Set the dipswitch on the rear panel of the Battery Pack to the appropriate input
voltage.
2. Connect the input power cord for the Battery Pack into the AC Inlet on the rear
panel of the Battery Pack.
3. Plug the other end of the input power cord for the Battery Pack into the AC wall
outlet, use a two pole, three wire, grounded AC wall outlet. The AC wall outlet
shall be near the Battery Pack and shall be easily accessible. The plug on the
input power cord on this Battery pack series is intended to serve as a discon nect device. Do not use extension cords, adapter plugs, or surge strips.
4. Turn the DC circuit breaker to the On position. See the UPS User's Manual for
the normal startup of the UPS. NOTE: If connecting more than one Battery
Pack see Daisy Chaining.
CHARGING THE BATTERY
The Battery Packs will charge the internal batteries whenever the Battery Pack is
connected to an AC source and there is an acceptable AC voltage present. It is
recommended that the Battery Packs be charged for a minimum of 4 hours before
use. The Battery Pack maybe used immediately , however, the “On-Battery” runtime
of the UPS may be less than normally expected. NOTE: If the Battery Pack is
going to be out of service or stored for a prolonged period of time, the batteries
must be recharged for at least 24 hours every ninety days.
DAISY CHAINING
(QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONL Y)
"Daisy Chaining" means hooking one Battery Pack to another Battery Pack to
another Battery Pack, this chain could go on indefinitely. Follow the steps
below to Daisy Chain the Battery Packs.
1. Be sure to read the installation placement procedure, all of the cautions and
the safety precautions before Daisy Chaining the Battery Pack(s).
2. Make sure that all, the Battery Pack's DC circuit breakers and UPS's power
switch, are in Off position. CAUTION: If the Battery Pack's DC circuit bre aker is in the On position, the battery voltage will be present at the open
end of the Battery Pack's external battery cable and external battery conn ector. Unplug all the equipment that is plugged into the UPS's output rece ptacles. Disconnect the power cords, that are on the Battery Packs and
the UPS, from the AC wall outlet.
3. Remove the External Battery Connector cover from the UPS's rear panel and
the additional Battery Packs.
4. Verify , before plugging the external battery cable into the UPS's external
battery connector or the Battery Pack's external connector that they mate
red to red and black to black.
5. Connect the external battery cable from the first Battery Pack to the exter nal battery connector on the UPS.
6. Connect the external battery cable from the second Battery Pack to the ex ternal battery connector on the first Battery Pack.
7. Before connecting the Battery Pack to an AC Source, verify that the Bat tery Pack is set for the proper input voltage. Set the dipswitch on the rear
panel of the Battery Pack to the appropriate input voltage. Connect the
input power cord with the NEMA 5-15P Plug into the AC Inlet on the first
Battery Pack.
8. Connect the Daisy Chain power cord from the AC Outlet of the of the first
Battery Pack to the AC Inlet of the second Battery Pack.
9. Connect the input power cord (with the NEMA 5-15P Plug) from the first
Battery Pack into the AC wall outlet, use a two pole, three wire, grounded
AC wall outlet. The AC wall outlet shall be near the UPS and shall be easily
accessible.
10. Turn ALL of the DC circuit breakers on the rear panel of the Battery Packs
to the On position.
11. The Battery Packs are ready for normal operation, see the UPS User's
Manual for the normal startup of the UPS.
NOTE: The maximum number that can be Daisy Chained for the AC source is
five Battery Packs. There is no maximum number for Daisy Chaining the DC
bus voltage for the Battery Packs.
NOTE: The BP72RTXL's External Battery Cable has a strain relief that
must be attached (with the screw) to the rear panel of the UPS.
BP72RTXL's External Battery Cable with strain relief.
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SYSTEM OVERVIEW
These Battery Packs will extend the runtime capabilities of the UPS. These Battery
Packs have internal chargers to properly maintain the internal batteries. The charger
will operate with 115VAC or 230VAC depending on the dipswitch setting. The
Battery Pack will charge the batteries with the DC circuit breaker in the On or Off
position as long as the Battery Pack is plugged into the AC wall outlet and there is
an acceptable AC voltage present (90 - 130VAC/180 - 260VAC). When the commercial power is lost the charger will turn Off and the Battery Pack will extend the
runtime of the UPS. When the commercial power returns the Battery Pack's internal charger will automatically start recharging the batteries. During normal AC operation, the UPS and Battery Pack will quietly and confidently protect your system
from power anomalies.
TURNING THE BATTERY PACK ON/OFF
Turning the DC circuit breaker to the On position will connect the DC bus voltage
from the Battery Pack to the UPS. Turning the DC circuit breaker to the Off position
will disconnect the DC bus voltage from the Battery Pack to the UPS. The DC
circuit breaker does NOT turn on or turn off the internal charger. Plug the input
power cord into the AC wall outlet to turn on the internal charger . Unplug the input
power cord to turn off the internal charger. The Battery Pack's internal charger will
continue to charge the batteries whenever it is plugged into an AC wall outlet and
there is an acceptable AC voltage present (90 - 130VAC/180 - 260V AC).
DIPSWITCH SETTINGS
The dipswitch setting may be changed by the user to set the desired input voltage
for the Battery Pack's internal charger. The dipswitch must be set with the DC
circuit breaker in the Off position and with the input power cord disconnected from
the AC wall outlet. Set the dipswitch to 1 15V AC or 230VAC. Plug the input power
cord into the AC wall outlet and turn the DC circuit breaker to the On position.
INDICATORS
The Charger Active (green) LED illuminates in a steady state when the Charger is
on. The Charger Active LED will extinguish when there is no AC present.
The DC Breaker On (green) LED illuminates in a steady state when the DC circuit
breaker is in the On position. The DC Breaker On LED will extinguish when the DC
circuit breaker is in the Off position.
Possible Cause
Symptom
What T o Do
1. Plug the input power cord
into the AC wall outlet.
2. Once commercial power is
available recheck the LED.
3. Check the circuit breaker at
the service panel to see if it is
tripped.
4. Call for Service.
1. The input power cord is
not plugged into the AC wall
outlet.
2. No commercial power
available.
3. No AC voltage at the AC
wall outlet.
4. Internal charger fault.
The Charger Active
LED is not on.
1. Turn the DC circuit breaker
to the On position.
2. Reset the DC circuit
breaker.
3. Reconnect the internal battery wires.
4. Call for Service.
1. The DC circuit breaker is
in the Off position.
2. The DC circuit breaker is
tripped.
3. The internal battery wires
are disconnected.
4. Internal fault.
The DC Breaker On
LED is not on.
1. Plug the input power cord
into the AC wall outlet.
2. Set the dipswitch to the correct setting.
3. Call for Service.
1. The input power cord is
not plugged into the AC wall
outlet.
2. The dipswitch is not set to
the correct input voltage.
3. The charger has an internal fault.
The charger is not
providing the correct
charge voltage.
Block Diagram of the Basic Wiring and Internal Circuit Configuration
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REPLACING THE BATTERY
WARNING!
This Battery Pack contains potentially hazardous voltages. Do
not attempt to disassemble the Battery Pack beyond the battery replacement procedure. These Battery Packs contain no
user serviceable parts. Repairs and Battery replacement must
be performed by QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONL Y .
Do not open or mutilate batteries. Released electrolyte is harmful to the skin and eyes and may be toxic.
CAUTIONS:
(QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONL Y)
Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. The batteries may explode.
The batteries in this Battery Pack are recyclable. Dispose of
the batteries properly. The batteries contain lead and pose a
hazard to the environment and human health if not disposed of
properly. Refer to local codes for proper disposal requirement s
or return the battery to the supplier.
The battery system can still present a risk of electrical shock. These batteries
produce sufficient current to burn wire or tools very rapidly , producing molten
metal. Observe these precautions when replacing the batteries:
1. Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects.
2. Use hand tools with insulated handles.
3. Wear protective eye gear (goggles), rubber gloves and boots.
4. Do not lay tools or other metal parts on top of batteries.
5. Disconnect the charging source prior to connecting or disconnecting the
battery terminals.
6. Determine if the battery is inadvertently grounded. If the battery is, remove
the source of the grounding. Contact with any part of a grounded battery
can result in an electrical shock. The likelihood of such shock will be re duced, if such grounds are removed during installation and maintenance.
These Battery Packs have an easy to replace hot-swappable batteries. Please
read all of the WARNINGS and CAUTIONS before attempting to service the
batteries. Typical battery life is 3 to 5 years. Environmental factors do affect
battery life. High temperatures, poor utility power, and frequent, short duration
discharges have a negative impact on battery life. NOTE: If there is a power
interruption while replacing the hot-swappable batteries, with the UPS on, the
load will not be backed up.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE
(QUALIFIED SER VICE PERSONNEL ONL Y)
PLEASE READ THE CAUTIONS AND W ARNINGS BEFORE A TTEMPTING
TO REPLACE THE BATTER Y MODULES
Hot-swappable batteries mean that the batteries can be replaced without
powering down the whole UPS system.
NOTE: If there is a power interruption while replacing the hot-swappable batteries, with the UPS on, the load will not be backed up. To hot-swap the Battery
Pack's battery modules start with step number 6.
1. Turn off the equipment that is plugged into the output receptacles of the
UPS.
2. Press and release the On/Off/T est button on the front panel to turn the UPS
off.
3. Unplug the UPS's AC power cord from the AC wall outlet.
4. Unplug the equipment from the output receptacles of the UPS.
5. Unplug the computer interface cable from the rear panel of the UPS.
6. Turn off all of the DC circuit breakers on the rear panel of all of the Battery
Packs.
7. Unplug all of the Battery Pack's AC power cords from the AC wall outlet.
8. Disconnect all of the external battery cables.
9. Remove the front panel retaining screws. (FIG . 2)
10. Lay the front panel on top of the Battery Pack.
11. Remove the ret aining screws for the battery retaining brackets. (FIG. 3)
12. Remove the battery retaining brackets. (FIG . 3)
13. Disconnect the battery connectors (red and black) from each of the battery
modules. (FIG. 4)
14. Grasp one of the battery pull tabs and gently pull the battery module out of
the Battery Pack and set on the floor. (FIG. 4)
15. Grasp the other battery pull tab and gently pull the battery module out of
the Battery Pack and set on the floor. (FIG. 4)
NOTE: Use Caution, the battery modules are heavy.
Replace the batteries with the same number and type as originally
installed in the Battery Pack. These batteries have pressure operated vents. These Battery Packs contain sealed non-spillable
maintenance free lead acid batteries.
CAUTION:
BP36RTXL
Internal
Battery
Module
Part #
BM0033
Model # BP72RTXL
BM0034
BP24RTXL BP48RTXL
BM0038 BM0039
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16. Slide the new battery modules into the Battery Pack.
17. Verify proper polarity . Reconnect the battery connectors (red and black).
NOTE: Some sparking may occur this is normal.
18. Re-install the battery retaining brackets.
19. Re-install the retaining screws for the battery retaining brackets.
20. Re-install the front panel on the Battery Pack.
21. Re-install the front panel retaining screws.
22. Reconnect all of the external battery cables.
23. Plug in all of the Battery Pack's AC power cords into the AC wall outlet.
24. Turn on all of the DC circuit breakers on the rear panel of all of the Battery
Packs.
25. Properly dispose of the old batteries at an appropriate recycling facility or
return them to the supplier in the packing material for the new batteries.
26. The Battery Pack is ready for normal operation.
NOTE: If the UPS has a Weak/Bad Battery Alarm af ter replacing the batteries,
the user must initiate a self test to clear the Weak/Bad Battery Alarm. To
initiate a self test see section 4 "SELF TEST" in the UPS's User's Manual.
FIG. 1
FIG. 2
FIG. 3
FIG. 4
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IF THE BATTERY PACK REQUIRES SER VICE
Battery Type
36VDC
Typical Recharge Time
50 or 60 Hz, +/-6Hz, autosensing
115VAC: 90 - 130VAC (230VAC: 180 - 260VAC)
2.6 Amps
41.4VDC +/-5%
Frequency Limits
DC Voltage
Voltage Range
BP36RTXL
Model Number
SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
AC Current
Format
Rack/Tower Convertible / Wallmount
CHARGER OUTPUT
CHARGER INPUT
Number of Phases Single (1∅ 2W +G)
Nominal Voltage 115/230VAC (dipswitch selectable)
Input Protection
Resettable Circuit Breaker
DC Current
2.4 Amps
BATTER Y SYSTEM
Typical Battery Life
BM0033
Battery Module
BP72RTXL
82.8VDC +/-5%
System Voltage
Sealed, Non-Spillable, Maintenance Free, V alue Regulated, Lead Acid
3-5 years, depending on discharge cycles and ambient temp
72VDC
BM0034
Output Protection
Resettable Circuit Breaker
PHYSICAL
Weight - Net
Size - Net L X W X H
(rackmount bracket installed)
Size - Shipping
L X W X H
Weight - Shipping
17.0 x 19.0 x 3.5"
432 x 482.6 x 89 mm
23.6 x 21.7 x 9.1"
600 x 551 x 230 mm
REGULAT ORY COMPLIANCE
Safety and Approvals
EMC Verification
cUL (UL1778 4th Edition & CSA 22.2 no. 107.3-05)
FCC Class A, CE certified
67.2 lbs
30.5 Kgs
56.0 lbs
25.4 Kgs
27.6VDC +/-5%
55.2VDC +/-5%
49.0 lbs
22.0 Kgs
39.6 lbs
18.0 Kgs
66.0 lbs
30.0 Kgs
75.0 lbs
34.0 Kgs
13.1 x 19.0 x 3.5"
335 x 482.6 x 89 mm
67.2 lbs
30.5 Kgs
56.0 lbs
25.4 Kgs
BM0038 BM0039
24VDC 48VDC
BP24RTXL BP48RTXL
1. Use the Troubleshooting section to eliminate obvious causes.
2. Verify there are no tripped circuit breakers and that the batteries are good. A
tripped circuit breaker and defective batteries are the most common issues.
3. Call your dealer for assistance. If you cannot reach your dealer, or if they cannot
resolve the issue call or fax the T echnical Support department at the following
numbers; Voice phone (972) 446-7363, F AX line (972) 446-9011 or visit our
Web site at www.minutemanups.com the "Discussion Board". Before calling
the T echnical Support Department have the following information available:
a) Contact name and address.
b) Where and when the unit was purchased.
c) All of the model information about your unit.
d) The serial number of your unit.
e) Any information on the failure, including LEDs that may be illuminated or
error codes displayed.
f) A description of the protected equipment including model numbers, if pos-
sible.
g) A technician will ask you for the above information and if possible, help
solve the issue over the phone. In the event that the unit requires factory
service, the technician will issue you a Return Material Authorization Number (RMA #).
h) If the unit is under warranty, the repairs will be done at no charge. If the unit
is not under warranty there will be a charge for the repair.
4. Pack the unit in its original packaging. If the original packaging is no longer
available, ask the T echnical Support Technician about obt aining a new set. It is
important to pack the unit properly in order to avoid damage in transit. Never
use Styrofoam beads for a packing material.
a) Include a letter with your name, address, day time phone number, RMA
number, a copy of your original sales receipt, and a brief description of the
problem.
5. Mark the RMA # on the outside of all packages. The factory cannot accept any
package without the RMA # marked on the outside.
6. Return the unit by insured, prepaid carrier to:
Para Systems Inc.
MINUTEMAN UPS
1809 W. Frankford Road, Suite 150
Carrollton, TX 75007
ATTN: RMA # _______
8-hours to 90% after full load discharge
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Notes:
Para Systems, Inc. (Para Systems) warrants this equipment, when properly applied and
operated within specified conditions, against faulty materials or workmanship for a period
of three years from the date of purchase. For equipment sites within the United States and
Canada, this warranty covers depot repair or replacement of defective equipment at the
discretion of Para Systems. Depot repair will be from the nearest authorized service center. The customer pays for shipping the product to Para Systems. Para Systems pays
ground freight to ship the product back to the customer. Replacement parts and warranty
labor will be borne by Para Systems. For equipment located outside of the United States
and Canada, Para Systems only covers faulty parts. Para Systems products that are
depot repaired or replaced pursuant to this warranty shall only be warranted for the unexpired portion of the warranty applying to the original product. This warranty applies only to
the original purchaser who must have properly registered the product within 10 days of
purchase.
The warranty shall be void if (a) the equipment is damaged by the customer, is improperly
used, is subjected to an adverse operating environment, or is operated outside the limits of
its electrical specifications; (b) the equipment is repaired or modified by anyone other than
Para Systems or Para Systems approved personnel; or (c) has been used in a manner
contrary to the product’s User's Manual or other written instructions.
Any technical advice furnished before or after delivery in regard to use or application of
Para Systems’ equipment is furnished without charge and on the basis that it represents
Para Systems’ best judgment under the circumstances, but it is used at the recipient’s sole
risk.
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, PARA SYSTEMS MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some st ates do not permit limitation of implied warranties; therefore, the aforesaid limitation(s) may not apply to the purchaser.
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL PARA SYSTEMS BE LIABLE FOR
DIRECT , INDIRECT , SPECIAL, INCIDENT AL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING
OUT OF THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
DAMAGE. Specifically , Para Systems is not liable for any costs, such as; labor for on-site
installation, on-site maintenance or on-site service, lost profits or revenue, loss of equipment, loss of use of equipment, loss of software, loss of data, cost of substitutes, claims by
third parties, or otherwise. The sole and exclusive remedy for breach of any warranty,
expressed or implied, concerning Para Systems’ products and the only obligation of Para
Systems hereunder, shall be depot repair or replacement of defective equipment, components, or parts; or, at Para Systems’ option, refund of the purchase price or substitution
with an equivalent replacement product. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and
you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
No employee, salesman, or agent of Para Systems is authorized to add to or vary the terms
of this warranty.
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